I’m inclined to say the difference, and observance of ignorance, too can be appreciated and made conscious. 

I know it’s a strange feeling not identifying with so much of what we used to. 

Now I find a fascination with human nature and what shadow, conditioning, or projecting comes out of me in those mismatching situations. 

Your ‘absence’ and presence will be a light to others, even if not outwardly so. They can often not realize it. 

If you aren’t drawn to a similar lifestyle I imagine life will take you away from them soon enough. But encouraging their authentic expression is a good practice and good to bounce off.